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Carbamazepine-induced Life-threatening Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Agranulocytosis: The Maiden Case [PDF]
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is one of the few dermatological emergencies in clinical practice. The syndrome is often secondary to the usage of drugs, of which allopurinol, penicillins, sulfa drugs, ibuprofen, sodium valproate, phenytoin, lamotrigine and ...
A. Avinash +4 more
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Amniotic membrane transplantation for severe acute cases of chemical ocular burn and Stevens-Johnson syndrome [PDF]
PURPOSE: To study the therapeutic potential of amniotic membrane transplantation in cases of severe acute chemical ocular burn and Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
Barros, Sabrina Leite de +4 more
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Amniotic membrane transplantation [PDF]
Amniotic membrane transplantation has been used as an alternative for ocular surface reconstruction. Indications for amniotic membrane transplantation include persistent epithelial defects, pterygium, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, ocular cicatricial ...
Moreira, Hamilton +1 more
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a severe delayed type systemic allergic reaction which affects the skin and mucous membranes. In adults, Stevens-Johnson syndrome is usually caused by the administration of drugs or a malignant process.
A. L. Melikyan +5 more
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Identifying the incidence of rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in patients taking lamotrigine: a systematic review of 122 randomized controlled trials [PDF]
Lamotrigine is an antiepileptic drug used for the treatment of epilepsy, bipolar disorder and numerous off-label uses. The development of rash significantly affects its use. The most concerning of these adverse reactions is Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic
Romi Bloom, Kyle T. Amber
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The clinical manifestations, including variations, of the Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) are reviewed. Lesions of the skin, eye, and mucous membranes are described and discussed. The potential complications and therapeutic approaches are outlined. Finally, the review discusses the controversy over the use of systemic corticosteroids in this syndrome.
Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice. College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA ( host institution ) +2 more
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Oral Acetazolamide after Boston Keratoprosthesis in Stevens Johnson Syndrome [PDF]
Background: Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN) is a rare but severe and sometimes fatal condition associated with exposure to medications; sulfamethoxazole is among the most common causes.
Chodosh, James +2 more
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome in a child: case report and minireview
Introduction. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare, severe and life-threatening condition that develops mostly in response to drug use. Case presentation. We present a case of Stevens-Johnson syndrome in a boy of 11 years old, most probably developed in
Iryna CHORNOMYDZ +4 more
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Quality of life in patients with Stevens-Johnson syndrome [PDF]
PURPOSE: To assess the quality of life in patients with Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS). METHODS: Fourteen patients with SJS were evaluated between 1998 and 1999 at the External Disease and Cornea Service of the Dept. of Ophthalmology of UNIFESP.
Belfort, Ricardo +5 more
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(1) Background. Stevens–Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are severe mucocutaneous reactions, characterized by extensive necrosis and detachment of the epidermis. (2) Case presentation. We present a case of a 46-year-old patient
Andrej Cokan +2 more
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